The Paisley Flyer connects Glasgow with Paisley, and also provides a great cycle route from Glasgow International Airport to the city centre. It explores Glasgow’s western fringes and their rich heritage. Highlights include the cycle along the Forth and Clyde Canal, crossing the Clyde by a centuries old ferry route and Paisley’s magnificent abbey. The route starts and finishes at Broomielaw Pontoon.

Route Description:

Starting at Broomielaw Pontoon the route passes Glasgow Central to follow the West Cycle Way to Kelvingrove Park. Following the Kelvin Walkway with its impressive bridges it meets the Forth and Clyde Canal at Maryhill Locks to travel westbound from here. In Clydebank the route joins Sustrans Route 7 to travel a short distance eastbound towards the Yoker ferry, a centuries old connection on the Clyde, now only accessible for pedestrians and cyclists. After a brief section through an industrial estate the route follows a quiet and traffic free path along the White Cart Water, offering great views towards the Clyde and the hills in the north when stopping. The path crosses the river and meets a cycle route shortly afterwards. Passing Glasgow Airport the route heads into Paisley and past the impressive abbey and other local attractions. There are plenty of opportunities for refreshments here, before joining the cycle route along the White Cart Water back to Glasgow at Paisley Canal station. Bellahouston Park offers good opportunities for a stop before the route crosses the Clyde at Pacific Quay to finish at Broomielaw Pontoon.

Alternatives:

There are plenty of train stations on the route to shorten the route or start at alternative points. Kelvingrove Park offers good opportunities to connect with additional routes. For a shorter loop you can travel to Clydebank and back by continuing on the cycle route at Yoker. From Paisley Elderslie, the birthplace of William Wallace, is worth a detour on quiet cycle paths.